From the very start of waiting in the foyer and nibbling on the most sophisticated Thai canapés and amuse-bouches, I could tell that I was about to be taken on a very special culinary experience.
A signature appetizer assortment with matching dips had set a high standard for whatever was to come afterwards. The most impressive-looking part was the minced shrimp, which was cooked 'in & around' a stalk of lemongrass.
The Tom Yum soup was pretty good, though a lot milder in heat and flavor than when I had it Thailand. Then, we were presented with a selection of luscious mains. Scallops with Shiitake mushrooms, Lychee Beef Curry, Stir-fried Chicken and Pineapple Rice. The beef tenderloin pieces in the curry were not exactly bite-sized, but I could easily grab them with chopsticks and bite through them without the need for a knife! (Mind you, my teeth have very week cutting power.) The scallops were cooked to perfection and the vibrant rice provided a nice balance to the table.
For dessert, I felt both; lost and amazed at the same time. The selection of exotic Asian fruit along with the Tapioca pudding and the sorbet were beautifully presented. I wasn't too sure what exactly I was eating at some point, but it was definitely more than just eye-candy. Gorgeous!
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